RICochet Emergency Grant Fund

Emergency financial assistance for Rhode Island College students funded by the RIC Alumni Association and generous donors.

Background

The Rhode Island College Alumni Association established this fund in December 1994. Its purpose is to assist students with financial emergencies so that they may remain in college and successfully graduate. Need-based grants of up to $1,000 will be made to cover such emergencies as educational expenses, health, housing, and child care. Any matriculated RIC student who is enrolled in courses and in good standing with the college may apply. Exceptions to the enrollment criteria may be made during the add/drop period to assist students with lifting a Financial Hold on their account.

Application Procedure​

Students can apply for the 2018-2019 fund beginning August 27, 2018. Applications are accepted and reviewed throughout the academic year, until the fund has been exhausted.

Unfortunately, there are n​o more funds available for the 2018-2019 academic year. Students are still encouraged to submit their applications, as they will be connected to a Learning for Life Navigator who can help them to explore other resources.

If you have questions about the application process or need immediate assistance, please contact Marissa Weiss in the Office of Student Life at 401-456-8149 or
mweiss@ric.edu​​.​​

Please note that there are numerous offices at RIC, which provide a variety of support services.

Career Development Center (assistance in finding both on and off campus employment, as well as selecting a major that matches future career goals): (401) 456-8031, Roberts 117

Learning for Life (wraparound services for students facing barriers to success; services include Navigator support mentors and linkages to on and off campus resources): (401) 456-6320, Adams Library first floor

Veterans Resource Center (The Veterans Resource Center provides support to military connected students adjusting to higher education. It is a clearinghouse for information on programs and services available to veterans): (401) 456-8449, Building 5 lower level (Student Veterans Organization is located in Student Union 422)

Applications are processed during fall and spring semesters. Students with a GPA of at least a 2.5 are given preferential consideration. All requests will be acted upon promptly by the RICochet Emergency Grant Committee in conjunction with the Office of Financial Aid.

If you have questions about the application process or need immediate assistance, please contact Marissa Weiss in the Office of Student Life at 401-456-8149 or
mweiss@ric.edu​.